Dania Beach Building Permit Requirements (2026 Checklist)

Building Permit checklist for Dania Beach

Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application — filled out completely with email address, values, SF & quantities
Application must be SIGNED by Owner AND Contractor
Application must be NOTARIZED
GotchaIncomplete applications will NOT be processed — verify ALL items before submission
Two (2) sets of plans signed and sealed by Florida licensed Architect/Engineer
GotchaPlans will NOT be returned for corrections — new plan sheets must be submitted to Permitting Department
Copy of signed contract AND Construction Cost Verification Form at time of submittal
Permit Submittal Cover Sheet
Notice of Commencement (NOC) — recorded at Broward County Clerk, 2 certified copies, required for jobs over $5,000
GotchaNOC timing is disputed between sources — GFL Alliance says 'prior to submittal,' FAQ says 'prior to first inspection,' checklist says 'at pick-up.' SAFEST: submit recorded NOC with application
Owner/Agent Authorization Letter — must have NOTARIZED signatures of both Owner and Agent
Two (2) copies of current signed & sealed survey (not required for interiors only)
Two (2) copies of site plan showing area where work will be done
Energy Calculations (signed & sealed by engineer) — not required for interiors only
Heating/cooling load calculations — not required for interiors only
Structural Calculations (signed & sealed by engineer) — not required for interiors only
Special Inspection Forms (signed & sealed by engineer, signed by Owner) — not required for interiors only
Tie-down details — 2 copies
Two (2) copies of all applicable Product Approvals (NOAs) — must be stamped by architect for windows, doors, louvers, shutters
GotchaDania Beach is in the HVHZ — ALL products must have Miami-Dade NOA or equivalent HVHZ approval
Original Development Review Committee (DRC) stamped/approved plans — not required for interiors only
Recorded Swale Affidavit — required before or at pick-up of approved plans. Record at Broward County Clerk (115 S Andrews Ave, Room 114, 954-357-7283)
GotchaIf swale area is anything OTHER than asphalt, Swale Affidavit is MANDATORY
Homeowner Association (HOA) approval letter — required if property is in HOA
Affidavit of Awareness of Homeowners' Association (city-specific form)
Elevation Certificate — required after lowest floor placement AND at Final CO. Floor must be 1 ft above BFE per NFIP
Proof of approval by Broward County EPD (may submit concurrently, but approval required before permit issuance)
Proof of approval by Broward County Elevator (for elevator work — concurrent OK, approval before issuance)
Proof of approval by DBPR (Dept of Business & Professional Regulation) for restaurants
Proof of approval by Broward County Health Dept for: additions on septic, ALCFs, bars/lounges (COP beverage), childcare, detention, nursing homes, schools, institutional settings
Water-Sewer Summary Form — required if requesting new water meter. Submit plans to City Engineering for meter size/quantity confirmation
Fire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm drawings when applicable (hydraulic calcs + cut sheets of all devices/panels)
Smoke detectors: when doing an addition, existing smoke alarm system must be upgraded — one detector in each bedroom AND outside bedroom areas
Contractor must be registered with City of Dania Beach — Registration Form is NOTARIZED, requires: driver's license, City Business Tax License, County Business Tax License, State License, Certificate of Competency, GL insurance, WC insurance (or exemption)
Insurance certificates must show 'City of Dania Beach' as Certificate Holder
Lot Coverage Information Form (when applicable)
Plan review fee due at submittal (per Resolution #2026-011): $0 for jobs ≤$2,500; $50 for $2,501-$10K; $100 for $10K-$50K; $250 for $50K-$100K; $350 for $100K-$300K; $500 for $300K-$500K; $1,000 for $500K-$1M; $2,000 for $1M-$5M; $3,000 for $5M+
GotchaPlan review fee is charged for EACH submittal AND re-submittal — not just the first one
Permit fee: $90 for jobs ≤$7,500; 1.4% for $7,501-$25K; 2.0% for $25K-$500K; 1.8% for $500K-$5M; 1.6% for $5M-$20M; 1.4% for $20M+ — PLUS $90 per discipline (structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing)
NoteResidential CO fee = 1% of permit fee or $100 per unit (whichever is greater)
NoteCommercial CO fee = 2% of permit fee or $200 (whichever is greater)
NoteTCO fee = $500 for jobs ≤$100K, $1,000 for jobs >$100K
NotePermit expires if work not commenced within 180 days or abandoned for 90 days
NoteExpired permit renewal = $90 fee + letter to Building Official
NoteWork without permit penalty = DOUBLE the applicable permit fee
GotchaApplication becomes null and void 60 days after last review notification with no response. Process fee is NON-REFUNDABLE.
NotePermit card or copy must be displayed during work hours and available for inspector at all inspections
NoteInspections: call or email before 2:00 PM for next-day. Call inspector morning-of to verify time. Zoning inspections Mon/Wed/Fri only.
NoteInspection contacts — Structural: 954-658-1831, Mechanical: 954-290-0988, Electrical: 954-658-1855, Plumbing: 954-658-4986, Zoning: 954-924-6805 x3657, Fire: 954-831-8210, Building Official: 954-924-6805 x3650
NotePortal — Tyler eSuite for permit status/payment/inspection requests (use Google Chrome). Broward ePermits OneStop for applications/plan review.
NoteSubmit via Broward County ePermits OneStop portal OR in-person Mon-Thu 8:30-3:30 or drop box Fri 8-5 at City Hall

Requirements change. Confirm the current checklist with the Dania Beach building department before you submit. See every permit type on the Dania Beach permit requirements page.

Frequently asked questions

Where do I submit a permit application in Dania Beach?

In-person Mon-Thu 8:30AM-3:30PM; Drop box Fri; ePermits online. Portal: https://esuite-daniabeach-fl.tylertech.com.

What insurance certificate holder wording does Dania Beach require?

The certificate holder should read: City of Dania Beach

Do I need a Notice of Commencement in Dania Beach?

Florida law requires a recorded Notice of Commencement when the contract price is greater than $5,000 ($15,000 for repair or replacement of an existing heating or air conditioning system). Timing can vary, so confirm with the Dania Beach building department whether it is due at application or before the first inspection.

How many plan sets does Dania Beach require?

2 sets listed. This can vary by permit type, so confirm with the building department.

Is Dania Beach in the High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ)?

Yes. Dania Beach is in the HVHZ, which affects product approval and wind load requirements.

What gets a building application rejected in Dania Beach?

Incomplete applications will NOT be processed — verify ALL items before submission. Plans will NOT be returned for corrections — new plan sheets must be submitted to Permitting Department. NOC timing is disputed between sources — GFL Alliance says 'prior to submittal,' FAQ says 'prior to first inspection,' checklist says 'at pick-up.' SAFEST: submit recorded NOC with application.

Dania Beach Building Permit Requirements

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